Olivia vs Orion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orion

Boy #326 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rising in the sky, boundary"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#326
Total SSA Count
1,061
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ori, Rion

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Orion Rank #326

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #326 for Orion.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Orion ___

  • Orion James
  • Orion Alexander
  • Orion Cole
  • Orion Blake
  • Orion Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Orion

Atlas Perseus Cassian Lyra Aurora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Orion more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Orion at #326 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Orion mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Orion boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Orion is primarily a boy name.

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